Compiled from Staff Reports – Published March 18, 2024

This Report was revised and corrected to remove any presumption of future litigation.

Mark your calendars for Wednesday, March 20, 2024, as the United States Supreme Court prepares to deliberate on a case concerning a councilwoman’s right to sue the chair of her city council. The pivotal issue is whether an elected councilwoman can pursue legal action against a fellow councilman for an alleged conspiracy to ouster her from office.

The case is Silvia Gonzalez, Petitioner, v Edward Trevino, II, Mayor of Castle Hills, Sued in his individual capacity et al., Respondents. A favorable ruling could allow other elected officials to sue public officials in similarly situated cases.

Stay tuned for further updates on this evolving story as developments unfold. We’ll provide the latest

information as it becomes available.

Petition For a Writ of Certiorari